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Funny text messages aren’t just about the words on the screen — they’re about the feelings they spark. The awkward, the absurd, the totally unexpected replies hit us with a mix of surprise and ...

Here’s why spicing up your sense of humor with cynicism and chutzpah can make you more desirable. Although there is no single definition of sarcasm, most define it as verbal irony—saying the opposite ...

Not everyone was blessed with a sense of humor, and the internet has a way of pointing that out, and loudly. Whether it’s someone taking a joke literally, completely missing the punchline, or turning ...

Among the many remarks Gov. Ned Lamont made in his State of the State Address earlier this month, this one hit hardest: “Our culture is unleashing more extreme behavior, be it expressions of racism ...

It can be difficult to stand out as a character known for your sense of humor, given the fact that everyone has a different idea of what is funny. There is your standard comedian who can tell a joke ...

The ability to create and appreciate humor is a valuable asset in both adults and children. Here's how to set your child on the path to laughter.

Does humor have any importance in our lives, beyond just giving us a fun laugh once in a while? One possible benefit of humor might be increased longevity. Comedians George Burns and Bob Hope both ...